When Johnny "Johnny G" Goldberg began to develop his indoor cycling program back in the late 1980s, it was personal. In 1987, he had dropped out of the grueling 3,000-mile Race Across America bicycle race and decided he needed a better way to train. The sport of indoor cycling was born. In 1989, thanks to that first indoor cycling bike, Johnny G completed the race from Los Angeles to New York in 10 days.
Stamina 9200 CPS Indoor Cycling Bike
If you're not yet sure if indoor cycling is for you, consider the Stamina 9200 CPS Indoor Cycling Bike. In addition to offering a road feel, it's also a bargain, according to fitness expert Jeff Wilson. The Stamina 9200 CPS comes with a 29-pound flywheel, adjustable handlebars and seat, and water-bottle holder. It features a three-year warranty on the frame and 90 days on parts. As of April 2011, the Stamina 9200 CPS could be found online for less than the manufacturer's suggested retail price of $600.
Waters Tsunami Elite
More serious riders may want to take a look at the Waters Tsunami Elite. Even though Waters Fitness may not be a familiar name to many, the company has a long history of producing high-quality stationary bikes. The Tsunami Elite features a heavy-duty 50-pound flywheel, quick-release adjustments on the handlebars and seat, and electronic-controlled magnetic resistance. It comes with a three-year warranty on parts and one year on labor. The Waters Tsunami Elite retails for $1,599, as of April 2011.
RealRyder ABF8
The RealRyder ABF8 is like no other indoor cycling bike on the market. RealRyder's patented Core Balance technology mimics road riding by allowing the ABF8 to lean from side to side like a real bike. To add to its credentials, it was voted best indoor cycling bike for three consecutive years by Fitness Professor Review. The RealRyder ABF8 comes with a 10-year warranty on the frame and three years on parts. It has a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $2,295, as of April 2011.
Keiser M3 Indoor Cycle
The Keiser M3 Indoor Cycle features ultra-quiet magnetic resistance, 24 virtual gears and, because its 85-pound weight is concentrated in the base, serious stability. Advanced cyclists will appreciate the M3's built-in computer. It features a heart-rate monitor and information on distance, time, cadence, rpm and calories expended. The M3 also has fully adjustable handlebars and seat. It carries a three-year manufacturer's warranty. The Keiser M3 Indoor Cycle sells for $1,500, as of April 2011.
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